WMGK - John DeBella Podcast

Joey Kramer Wants to Rock and Roast

Dave Gibson — Wed, 30 May 2012 13:19:00 -0500

Aerosmith drummer Joey Kramer checked in with us this morning! He is on tour with Cheap Trick this summer, putting the finishing touches on a brand new Aerosmith album, and introducing his own coffee?! That's right, he's rockin' and roastin, so putting him on the hot seat over that 60 Minutes interview from earlier this year seemed natural. He answered questions about that, the new tunes and even Steven's Burger King commercials! Check him out...

Talkin' Baseball With Dutch

Dave Gibson — Tue, 29 May 2012 14:11:00 -0500

We returned to the airwaves this morning, and it was time to chat with Darren Daulton already! Every Tuesday Dutch stops by to give his perspective on the Phils. And it was interesting today, since our boys have been on a roll, moving up to 4th place! The bad news? We're still tied for last in the division. Listen as Dutch breaks that down, and the looming concerns about Doc Halladay...

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:35:00 -0500

Here's the caboose on the podcast train for this week in May! We hope everyone enjoys their Memorial Day weekend, stays safe, and stays burn-free on the grill this weekend. Remember our fallen heroes on Monday, and don't forget the Veterans Radiothon is right around the corner, so don't be afraid to pass the hat at your gathering! We'll chat next week...

Donnell Rawlings In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 25 May 2012 13:19:00 -0500

We welcomed Donnell Rawlings to the studio this morning. The man has done many things in life, including military service, acting (The Wire), and now stand-up (Helium Comedy Club tonight). But today he mainly just ranted about life in the Air Force, using his race card, and the lack of black gummy bears in the world. It was delightful. Check him out!

Ken Caillat on Making Rumours

Dave Gibson — Wed, 23 May 2012 13:17:00 -0500

This morning we talked with music producer Ken Caillat, who knows more about the Fleetwood Mac soap opera than probably anybody but the band members themselves! He produced their iconic album, Rumours, while only 29 years old. His knew book, Making Rumours, has plenty of stories to tell about the writing, recording, drinking, fighting and all the other drama that Fleetwood Mac was infamous for. Check him out!

Talkin' Baseball With Dutch

Dave Gibson — Tue, 22 May 2012 14:20:00 -0500

Darren Daulton crawled out of bed early to talk Phillies baseball with us, once again this morning. The former catcher had a lot to analyze, after an up and down week of winning streaks turned into losing ones! He also looked at the brightside: Dollar Dog Night. Has it really come to this?! Sadly, it has. Dutch makes everything feel better though, so check him out...

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Fri, 18 May 2012 14:59:00 -0500

Miss any show this week? You're in the right place to catch up! All five days can be found right here. Just click play, and hopefully it'll hold you over til Monday morning! Until then...

Penn Jillette In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 18 May 2012 13:56:00 -0500

We had to raise the mic stand this morning as the giant of a man, known as Penn Jillette, set foot in our studio! The comedian/ magician/ author/ musician/ pundit/ all-around swell guy is known for his magic act Penn & Teller, and the current season of The Apprentice. We caught up this morning about his new podcast and how he knows nothing about sports! Check it out...

Hunter Pence? Let's Go Chat!

Dave Gibson — Fri, 18 May 2012 13:25:00 -0500

There was more chatting than eating when Phillies rightfielder Hunter Pence called up today. But eating (and donating) is exactly what he wants to do with the public as he's hosting his first charity event as a Phillie! You can get more info/ buy tickets from this website

www.bit.ly/huntereventDEBELLA Check it out!

Conceiving With Tracy Morgan

Dave Gibson — Thu, 17 May 2012 13:38:00 -0500

We talked with actor and comedian Tracy Morgan this morning! He is one of the stars of 30 Rock, and a self-admitted master conceiver (be warned). Listen as he gets cranky, funny--basically all things Tracy Morgan. And hopefully it's just laughter filling your belly. Here he is...

Talkin' Baseball With Dutch

Dave Gibson — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:19:00 -0500

The Phillies have started to wake up recently, and that's exactly what Darren Daulton did to chat with us early this morning! As always, the Phillie great gave us his weekly opinion on the team, Roy Halladay in particular today, and just what exactly goes on at the mound when a pitcher gets in trouble! Check him out...

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:20:00 -0500

Miss any part of the show this week? This is the place to be. All five days of JDB Show are packed in here, just press play- it's like being in an mental time machine!

Craig Shoemaker In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:10:00 -0500

Hometown hero, comedian Craig Shoemaker returned to the airwaves this morning! He is playing Sellersville Theater this weekend, and there's still tickets available for the second show. Details can be found in here, along with many a joke about his babymama, growing up without disorders and messing with substitutes!

Getting Twisted With Dee Snider

Dave Gibson — Thu, 10 May 2012 13:21:00 -0500

John's old buddy Dee Snider called in this morning! The oh so Twisted Sister has a new book out called Shut Up and Give Me the Mic, AND a new album called Dee Does Broadway. Books and Broadway?! You heard right. Now hear Dee. As always, there's not enough time to tell his incredible rock and roll stories, but we squeeze as many in as possible! Don't miss this...

Rickey Medlocke Rides (and Sails) Hard

Dave Gibson — Wed, 09 May 2012 13:12:00 -0500

One of our favorite rock stars to chat with, Rickey Medlocke called us up this morning! He and the boys in Lynyrd Skynyrd will be playing Harrah's Philadelphia this Saturday, so we chatted about that and many other things concerning the southern rock kings. Rickey always has incredible stories to tell about life on the road (and the high seas) as you'll soon find out!

Talkin' Baseball With Dutch

Dave Gibson — Tue, 08 May 2012 13:13:00 -0500

This morning we had our weekly meeting at the MGK mound with Phillies great, Darren Daulton! There was much to be discussed in Phillies baseball this time, as they just wrap an animated series in Washington with newfound rivals, the Nationals. Dutch broke that down, and how rivalries are born and sustained in the bigs. Of course, he illustrated his own experience with them as well. Check it out!

John Brazer In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Mon, 07 May 2012 13:11:00 -0500

The Director of Fun and Games (no, really) for the Phillies, John Brazer stopped by this morning. As always, he brought tickets to give away, which we did to someone who for once could stump Brazer with their baseball trivia! The Phils are in the middle of an important NL East homestand right now, so it was great to talk a little baseball and reward the savvy listener. Check it out...

Vinnie Brand In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:43:00 -0500

Our old pal, comedian Vinnie Brand visited the studio today! He was greeted by a First Friday crowd of listeners who heard his big news on fathering yet another child, playing his club The Stress Factory this weekend and other hilarious ramblings. If you ran out of coffee, this will more than fill the void. Here's Vinnie!

Russell Brand, the Shag Prince!

Dave Gibson — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:22:00 -0500

We chatted with British comedian and actor, Russell Brand this morning! He will be down at the beach (of all places) this weekend when he performs at the Music Box in the Borgata. And we chatted about some local issues, seeing as Russell speaks before Parliament and joins the occasional political riot every once in awhile. Listen as he gives his take on dry towns down the shore! Check him out...

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Thu, 03 May 2012 13:21:00 -0500

TGIF! Here's your weekly present- The Weekly Podcast! We've reached the weekend, which means it's time for a trip down radio memory lane. Short term memory lane, as it's just the last five days of shows (and doing anymore when we're this lazy might kill us!). So enjoy them, perhaps with some tequila as Saturday is Cinco de Mayo. Sunday is another celebration, albeit a canine one- The 10th Annual Dog Walk! Come find us out there. We're bound to be hungover and being guided around by our dogs. Until then! Enjoy...

Bobcat Goldthwait On The Prowl

Dave Gibson — Tue, 01 May 2012 13:38:00 -0500

Comedian turned screenwriter/ director, Bobcat Goldthwait stopped by the studio last week, surprisingly! We had a very fun conversation, but he caught us off guard (and off-air), so we ran one of his stories this morning and promised the full unedited interview later today. Well, here is that full conversation! His new movie showing in select location is called God Bless America. Enjoy.

Talkin' Baseball With Dutch

Dave Gibson — Tue, 01 May 2012 13:04:00 -0500

Darren Daulton made his weekly trip to the MGK plate to bat around some baseball banter! The Phils just finished with a losing record in the month of April for the first time since 2007, and there's plenty to discuss about where they stand. They're heading into a heavy NL East swing this week and Darren has thoughts on that, the line-up and stupid stadium rituals! Here's Dutch...

Kevin Cronin Rides the MGK Speedwagon

Dave Gibson — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:41:00 -0500

Lead singer and guitarist for REO Speedwagon, Kevin Cronin joined us this morning! The man has probably stared at more lit lighters than anyone in the world, but we didn't pick his brains on flames. We talked about his current tour with Styx and Ted Nugent! Check it out...

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:52:00 -0500

Another week of radio and here's our proof! The Weekly Podcast has landed for this Friday, and inside it you'll find audio delights from the entire week. If you missed something, wanted to hear it again or just like massive files of radio programming, you're at the right place! Until Monday...

Richard Lewis In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:43:00 -0500

Comedy legend, Richard Lewis visited us this morning! In the words of Green Day, he's "neurotic to the bone, no doubt about it!" Find out for yourself as he brings his stand-up act to Helium Comedy Club tonight. No word on whether they'll be serving Boku. Here he is!

Eddie Money Makes an MGK Deposit

Dave Gibson — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 13:09:00 -0500

We had money in the bank this morning when legendary musician, Eddie Money called in! It's always good to hear the "Moneyman" who also fancies himself a funnyman, as you'll soon hear. We talked cheesesteaks, his favorite songs of all-time, the musical he's had in the works and his current tour. Check him out!

Talkin' Baseball With Dutch

Dave Gibson — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 13:21:00 -0500

Darren Daulton made his weekly stop on the show this morning. He was remarkably jubilant, probably because he is no longer playing for the Phillies, he's just analyzing them. What a miserable roadtrip they are currently on, out in the Wild West. Daulton talked of possible revolting in the ranks, and revolting mascots on top of that! Check him out...

Hall of Famer, Donovan (Not McNabb)

Dave Gibson — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:07:00 -0500

As a Philadelphian, you may see the name and naturally assume we interviewed the ex-Eagles quarterback. But this was a legit Hall of Famer (of the Rock and Roll variety) and he joined us via satellite this morning to talk music! He was recently inducted to the RRHoF just weeks ago, and had a lot of catching up to do with John. Check him out!

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:05:00 -0500

Here's your weekly round-up of segments from the show! Did you miss a day? Get on the air? Just want to hear something a second time? You're at the right place. The week of DeBella Show can always be revisted right here. Just click play!

Steve Rannazzisi In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:41:00 -0500

Comedian and actor on FX's The League, Steve Rannazzisi joined us in-studio today! He is performing at Helium Comedy Club this weekend. This morning Steve told us about life as a father of boys- one being 3 years old, with the behavior and attitude of a crazed, middle-aged man! Check him out...

Sebastian Maniscalco Asks "What's Wrong With People?"

Dave Gibson — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:10:00 -0500

Comedian Sebastian Maniscalco has a new Showtime special called What's Wrong With People? and he had an amazing local example to use in explaining this question! He also went off on how the internet has changed society and even led to family problems. His pain is relatable and very, very funny. Check him out!

Talkin' Baseball With Dutch

Dave Gibson — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:16:00 -0500

Another week means another chat with Darren Daulton! The beloved Dutch man cometh to talk Phillies baseball, and boy do we need it this week, considering everyone on the show won't be seeing anything with start times like 10:15pm! We chatted about west coast trips, why losing to the Mets happened/ hurts so bad, and a very interesting proposition that was leveled on Dutch, back when he played in Candlestick Park! Check him out...

Hall of Fame Drummer, Kenney Jones

Dave Gibson — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 13:09:00 -0500

This morning, fresh off his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, drummer Kenny Jones joined us (via satellite)! He's played with some of classic rock's most legendary acts, including The Small Faces, The Faces and The Who. So we chatted with the Brit about his life and times with infamously mischievous bands, playing practical jokes, the origin of Stay With Me, and so much more. Check him out!

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:58:00 -0500

It was a crazy week full of remote broadcasts, impromptu visits to the community, baseball returning, hockey playoffs beginning and superstitious holidays. Miss any of it? Wanna relive it? You're at the right place. All the highlights of the past five days on-air can be heard here, simply click play to the right!

The Sklar Brothers In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 13:32:00 -0500

We were seeing double this morning, as the comedy duo (of twins) The Sklar Brothers visited us once again. They'll be at Helium Comedy Club this weekend. We hadn't seen the boys in years, and they both went through some major life changes together (as twins do). They shared their thoughts on getting married, having children and Snow White! Huh? Listen til the end, you'll be glad you did.

Talkin' Baseball With "Dutch"

Dave Gibson — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:40:00 -0500

Darren Daulton has returned! It's another year of Phillies baseball, which means another check-in with the beloved former Phillies catcher every week. We chatted this morning about the cold bats, how injuries to star players are never fun, and what Opening Day is like from a player's perspective. Here's Dutch!

Lisa Lampanelli Means Business

Dave Gibson — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 13:28:00 -0500

The "Queen of Mean" has been busy in the business world, competing on Donald Trump's The Apprentice, but she took time out from wheeling and dealing in primetime to chat with us and, of course, insult her co-stars! Check her out...

The 2012 "Blessing of the Balls"

Dave Gibson — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:39:00 -0500

It was our 6th Annual "Blessing of the Balls" on Monday, inside McFadden's Bar at Citizens Bank Park! The Home Opener finally arrived, and our regular cast of characters (representing multiple faiths) were in attendance. Listen to the whole event right here, narrated by Phillies public address announcer, Dan Baker (we got him!). Batter up...

Tom McCarthy Visits the "Blessing of the Balls"

Dave Gibson — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:29:00 -0500

Phillies broadcaster Tom McCarthy joined us for the second year in a row, down inside McFadden's for the "Blessing of the Balls!" We asked him about the changes in not just the team, but his broadcasting career, and even life after a certain song was released last year! Here's that familiar voice...

Jayson Stark Breaks Down the 2012 Phils

Dave Gibson — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:26:00 -0500

ESPN senior baseball writer, Jayson Stark chatted with us at the "Blessing of the Balls" broadcast. Listen as he gives his own unique perspective on the 2012 Phillies...

The Weekly Podcast

Dave Gibson — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:51:00 -0500

It wasn't just the Phillies who came back this week! 'Twas nice to experience Spring Break last week (despite none of us getting drunk around college co-eds), but duty once again called this week. Five days of radio show can be revisited right in this here podcast. Don't believe us? Click play and find out for yourself! Enjoy...

Chris Coccia In-Studio

Dave Gibson — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:39:00 -0500

Once again, comedian Chris Coccia visited us in-studio! The somewhat local comic with national implications talked about why the weather is so delightful this time of year, his theories on losing weight and getting vandalized on the Main Line. Check him out!

Talkin' Baseball With Gary Matthews, AKA Sarge!

Dave Gibson — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 13:28:00 -0500

This morning we talked with beloved Phillies broadcaster/ former player Gary Matthews! He is currently on the road with the team in Pittsburgh, but woke up to chat Phillies baseball just a day after the season opener. Of course, we couldn't resist bringing up an older topic involving Sarge and a certain song we created last year...

Lee Loughlane Horns In On Conversation

Dave Gibson — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 13:09:00 -0500

We chatted with founding member, singer, and trumpeter of the band Chicago this morning- Lee Loughnane! Don't pronounce his name wrong, however, or you'll end up in a tuba at the bottom of Lake Michigan. Or so we've heard. It's the Chicago Way! Lee talked about their upcoming show at Caesar's April 28th, getting praise from Bill Clinton, and what's inside his spit valve. Check him out...

Drunken Singing Sensation- Bob Wilkinson!

Dave Gibson — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:42:00 -0500

Last week a video went viral of a young Canadian who had been arrested for disorderly conduct. He was in the back of a cop car and belligerent- but in a most awesome way! He sang the most epic version of Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody you will likely hear from a layman, and the whole thing was caught on video. So after it rose to popularity, we tracked him down to chat about the experience. This is what he sounded like... sober.

Kevin James Slides Into MGK

Dave Gibson — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 13:12:00 -0500

This morning we had the world's most infamous mall cop on the phone- Kevin James joined us! The actor/ comedian will actually soon be in the area, live at The Borgata, doing his stand-up act. But as an appetizer (pardon the portly pun), we chatted with the man this morning! Check him out...